NBA sophomore sensation Victor Wembanyama became an internet sensation as his extraordinary height was evident in a match against Japan during the Paris Olympics.
At just 20 years old, he measures an impressive 7-foot-3, making him nearly unguardable in both the NBA and on the international stage.
On Tuesday, the French player faced Japan in their second group match. Throughout the game, the notable height disparity between the San Antonio Spurs’ star and his opponents was astonishing.
One image captures Wembanyama setting a screen for Japan’s Yuki Kawamura, who stands at 5-foot-8. In the shot, Kawamura’s head is seen several inches below Wembanyama’s shoulder at the moment of contact.
Another photo depicts Wembanyama at the handshake line with 5-foot-6 Yuki Togashi, whose head appears just above the center’s elbow.
Victor Wembanyama towers over Japanese basketball players at the Olympics
The 7-foot-3 rising sophomore appeared even more colossal against the opposition
Despite the height difference, France narrowly defeated Japan 94-90.
Wembanyama led the team with 18 points, 11 rebounds, and six assists, shooting 6-for-13 from the field and 3-for-5 from beyond the arc.
Matthew Strazel, Evan Fournier, and Guerschon Yabusele contributed 17, 14, and 13 points, respectively.
Kawamura topped Japan’s scoring with a game-high 29 points, while Rui Hachimura added 24 points.
Japan is now 0-2 following their loss to Germany on Saturday, while France remains undefeated after a victory over Brazil in the tournament’s opening match.
In their final group match, France will face Germany, while Japan will go up against Brazil, who also holds a record of 0-2.
Wembanyama led France with 18 points, 11 rebounds, and six assists
France achieved a 2-0 record in the Olympics after narrowly defeating Japan
